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Nigeria’s goalkeeper, Stanley Nwabali, received a warm welcome back at South African club, Chippa United, on Tuesday, following his remarkable performance at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations. Upon arrival at Port Elizabeth Airport, the 27-year-old was greeted by hundreds of Chippa United fans. In a video shared on Tuesday, he was seen engaging with supporters, taking selfies and participating in singing the club’s anthem. Chippa United, via their social media handle, celebrated his return with the message, “He’s Back #NwabaliBobo.” Nwabali’s standout performance during AFCON 2023 earned him cash gifts, a national honour, and a chieftaincy title in his…

The Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Olayemi Cardoso, has vowed to pursue an aggressive regulatory environment to reduce infractions in the country’s banking system. He said this on Tuesday in Abuja at the Monetary Policy Committee meeting of the apex bank, the first since he assumed office in September 2023. He also stated that an in-depth investigation was underway to determine the necessary actions against banks involved in infractions, stressing that the bank was in the process of formulating “stringent regulations” to cleanse and purify the country’s foreign exchange market. The governor, responding to questions on steps taken…

….Blames Governors for contributing to the hardship President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has been advised to allow the importation of food items for the period of six(6) months by opening the land borders across the country in order to reduce the current suffering of the Nigeria masses. The advised was given to the President Bola Tinubu by a human rights activist, Comrade Adeniyi Alimi Sulaiman as a way to ameliorate the current suffering of the Nigeria masses as a result of the subsidy removal since May 29th,2023 and ongoing economic policies of the present administration. Blaming the State Governors for…

By Adeyemi Obadimu  Moremi Ojudu, the Senior Special Assistant to President Bola Tinubu on Community Engagement, paid a courtesy visit to the Minister of Works, Eng David Nweze, to seek a partnership with the ministry to promote road safety through community engagement. During the visit, Ojudu discussed the importance of sensitizing people on the use of road signages and how it can contribute to reducing road accidents and promoting safer road behaviors. She also emphasized the need for a collaborative effort between the ministry and her office to implement policies and plans that will effectively engage communities in promoting road…

The Free Surgery Intervention Programme for indigent people, initiated by the Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has been flagged off with surgical operations performed on patients at the State Hospitals in Abeokuta, Ijebu-Ode, and Ilaro. The programme which began with the registration of beneficiaries would involve major and minor surgical operations as part of the governor’s medical palliative to the people. Speaking after witnessing the first surgery performed on a patient under the free surgery programme at the State Hospital, Ilaro, the Special Adviser to the Governor on Health, Dr. Rotimi Ogungbe, said the programme which is the brainchild…

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) declared that it will be embarking on a two-day protest against economic hardship in the country and truthfully, the protest started today in almost every state in the country. In some states, activities were crippled because of the massive turnout of protesters that stormed the streets to register their displeasure in the Nigerian government for their inability to lift the country out of an economic pandemic. Meanwhile, Nigerian prophet, Primate Elijah Ayodele had warned even before President Tinubu became the president that there will be massive protests against economic hardship because the administration will not…

Solanke Ayomideji Taiwo Alhaji Ibrahim Dende Egungbohun, born on March 3rd, 1970 in Igbo Atan, Ebute Igbooro, Yewa North, is a prominent Nigerian businessman and entrepreneur known for his successful ventures in various sectors. He hails from Ebute-Igbooro in Ogun State, Nigeria. Early Life and Education: Alhaji Ibrahim Dende was born and raised in Ebute-Igbooro, located in the Yewa axis of Ogun State. He received his primary education at Saints John Anglican Primary School and later attended Ebute Secondary School. Additionally, he pursued further education by enrolling in various online courses. Notably, he obtained a Master’s Class in Leadership from…

Barcelona, Spain- In a captivating kick-off of the 2024 Mobile World Congress (MWC), TECNO’s booth took center stage on Day 1, promising a technological spectacle that left attendees buzzing with excitement. Among the myriad of innovations, the spotlight was undeniably on the much-anticipated PHANTOM Ultimate and a surprise guest- TECNO DYNAMIC 1 – the cutting-edge Robotic Dog. The Unveiling of PHANTOM Ultimate:The PHANTOM Ultimate stole the show as TECNO officially lifted the curtain on their latest device technology. With a sleek design and an array of advanced features, the PHANTOM Ultimate marks a significant leap forward in mobile innovation. Attendees…

Under the sparkling Lagos sky, the city’s medical landscape underwent a transformative shift with the grand unveiling of the St. Ives Akowonjo Hospital on February 26, 2024. The event was not just a mere opening but a spectacle of healthcare innovation, marking a new horizon in the industry. The mastermind behind this revolutionary facility, Dr. Babatunde Okewale, infused the new hospital with his passion for enhancing the well-being of women and their families, establishing a new benchmark for medical excellence. The avant-garde St. Ives Akowonjo Hospital emerges as a colossus of healing in the heart of Lagos. Its design transcends…

In its ongoing commitment to fostering sustainable waste management across Lagos State, the Sahara Group Foundation has teamed up with the Lagos State Employment Trust Fund (LSETF), Ibile Oil and Gas, and Wecyclers to proudly launch its seventh Go-Recycling Hub. This latest addition is set to make waves in Igbogbo-Baiyeku, Ikorodu LCDA. The launch of the seventh Go Recycling hub is a significant milestone, aligning with the partnership overarching objective of establishing twelve recycling hubs across grassroot communities. This strategic initiative aims to transform waste management practices, providing an innovative solution to address the mounting challenges of waste disposal and…